Puducherry Police Constable Recruitment 2025: 148 Vacancies, Apply Online, Eligibility, Salary & Exam Pattern
Here’s what matters: the Puducherry Police Department has opened recruitment for 148 Police Constable posts (Group C, Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial). The online application window is live from 13 August 2025 to 12 September 2025 at the official portals police.py.gov.in and recruitment.py.gov.in. If you’re a resident of the Union Territory of Puducherry and have passed Class 12 (HSC), this is a solid government opportunity with a respectable pay scale under Level-3 (₹21,700–₹69,100).
Let me explain: selection happens in stages—Physical Tests (PST & PET), a Written Examination, Medical Examination, and Document Verification. Vacancies are distributed for both male (100) and female (48) candidates with category-wise reservation. The written exam is objective, 10+2 level, in two papers of two hours each, with negative marking of 0.25 per wrong answer. The notification, released on 12 August 2025, carries eligibility, pattern, and instructions that you should review before applying.
Bottom line: if you meet the age bar of 18–22 years and the educational criteria, apply early, upload documents in the correct format, and start prepping for the physical and written rounds. Everything you need—dates, eligibility, vacancies, how to apply, pattern, and salary—is covered below, in a familiar Sarkari Result style that’s easy to skim and act on.
Quick Links: Overview • Important Dates • Vacancy • Eligibility • Apply Online • Selection Process • Exam Pattern • Salary • FAQs
Official Notification PDF: Download from official website
Puducherry Police Constable 2025 – Overview
| Conducting Body | Puducherry Police Department |
| Post | Police Constable (Group “C”, Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial) |
| Total Vacancies | 148 |
| Education | 10+2 (HSC) or equivalent |
| Age Limit | 18 to 22 years (as on 12/09/2025) |
| Salary (7th CPC) | Level-3: ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 |
| Selection Stages | PST & PET, Written Exam, Medical, Document Verification |
| Official Websites | police.py.gov.in / recruitment.py.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Notification Date | 12 August 2025 |
| Apply Online Starts | 13 August 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 12 September 2025 |
| Written Exam | To be released |
Vacancy Details
Total vacancies: 148 (Male: 100, Female: 48)
| Category | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| UR | 39 | 24 | 63 |
| MBC | 18 | 8 | 26 |
| OBC | 11 | 5 | 16 |
| SC | 16 | 7 | 23 |
| EBC | 2 | 0* | 2 |
| BCM | 2 | 0* | 2 |
| ST | 1 | 0* | 1 |
| BT | 1 | 0* | 1 |
| EWS | 10 | 4 | 14 |
| Horizontal – MSP | 7 | – | 7 |
| Horizontal – XSM | 14 | – | 14 |
| Total | 100 | 48 | 148 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: 10+2 (HSC) or equivalent from a recognized board.
- Age Limit (as on 12/09/2025): Minimum 18 years; Maximum 22 years. (Category-wise relaxations as per rules.)
How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
- Visit recruitment.py.gov.in and register with your mobile number.
- Receive Username and Password via SMS, then log in.
- Fill the online application form and verify all details in Preview.
- Upload photo/signature as per specs:
- Option 1 (Single File): Photo + Signature together, 200 DPI, min 600×600 px, < 150 KB
- Option 2 (Separate Files): Photo JPEG 238×306 px < 50 KB; Signature JPEG 350×150 px < 30 KB
- Submit the form. You can edit up to 12 September 2025, 3 PM.
- Save/print the application for records.
Selection Process
The recruitment has 4 stages:
- PST & PET
- Written Examination
- Medical Examination
- Document Verification (DV)
Physical Standards & Efficiency
| Event | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Run | 800 m in 2 min 50 sec | 200 m in 45 sec |
| Long Jump | 3.80 m (3 chances) | 2.75 m (3 chances) |
| High Jump | 1.20 m (3 chances) | 0.90 m (3 chances) |
| 100 m Run | 15 sec | Not applicable |
| Details | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Height | ≥ 165 cm | ≥ 154 cm |
| Chest | 81 cm (normal), 86 cm (expanded) | Not applicable |
| Weight / BMI | BMI 18.50 – 29.9 kg/m² | Minimum 45 kg |
Exam Pattern
- Objective type (10+2 standard).
- Two papers; each paper of 2 hours.
- Negative marking: –0.25 per wrong answer.
| Subjects | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude | 100 | 100 | 2 hours |
Also covered: Current Affairs & Indian Polity, General Studies & General Science, English Language & Grammar/Comprehension, Computer Knowledge.
| Subjects (Paper-2 streams coverage) | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Statistics, Biology & Human Physiology; Commerce; Economics; Geography; Social Science; Indian & World History; Indian Polity & Constitution; Freedom Struggle | 100 | 100 | 2 hours |
Salary
| Pay Level | Level-3 |
| Salary (Monthly) | ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 |
Document Upload Checklist
- Recent passport-size photograph and signature (as per specs)
- 10th & 12th marksheets/certificates
- Valid Photo ID (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN / DL)
- Domicile of Puducherry, Caste/Category certificate (if applicable)
- Any other certificate as required by the notification
FAQs
Q1. Who can apply for Puducherry Police Constable 2025?
Residents of the UT of Puducherry who have passed Class 12 (HSC) and meet the age/physical criteria.
Q2. How many vacancies are there?
A total of 148 vacancies (Male: 100, Female: 48).
Q3. What are the application dates?
From 13 August 2025 to 12 September 2025.
Q4. What is the salary?
Level-3 pay scale: ₹21,700 – ₹69,100.
